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Samsung smartphones and tablets runs on the Android OS-based One UI skin. However, the One UI is one of the best custom skin among all the phone makers. Meanwhile, the company lets users modify several system functions with the help of the Good Lock application.

Good Lock comes with different applications and modules and the LockStar is one of them. It allows users to change the lock screen background and also prefer how the notifications are displayed. Besides, LockStar also lets you adjust the lock screen as per your preferences and customize the display sleep time.

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According to the info, the South Korean tech giant has started rolling out a new LockStar update that carries version number v2.1.00.16 and weighs around 30MB. As per the changelog, the new LockStar module allows you to change the position of clocks, music widgets, notifications, and tips.

Along with this, some new functions are added including Show/Hide clock, reminder, status bar, help, music widget, etc. Now, you can also change the background image of the lock screen easily and can change the unlocking method in order to increase the overall user experience. However, the changelog of this update is mentioned at the bottom.

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Changelog:

  • [Supported Functions]
    • Change position of clocks, music widgets, notifications, and tips
    • Show/Hide clock, music widget, reminder, help, status bar, etc.
    • Register up to 6 shortcut apps
    • Change the background image
    • Change the unlocking method
    • Change how shortcut apps are run
    • Manage saved styles

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Samsung considers reintroducing Smart Select feature for One Hand Operation+

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Samsung One Hand Smart Select

Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1 update has brought some changes that several users are not happy about. One of them is the removal of the Smart Select feature, which is now expected to return with the upcoming One Hand Operation+ Good Lock module update.

The smart select feature of One Hand Operation+ allowed users to quickly select and share content with just a gesture. It was very useful for people who often use their phones with one hand.

Since the update, many users have shared their concerns in community forums. Smart Select was a popular tool for those who relied on one-handed use, and removing it has made that task difficult.

In response to this feedback, a Samsung community moderator has shared some information on smart select feature availability. He mentioned that Samsung is looking into the possibility of bringing back the Smart Select feature in future updates to the One Hand Operation+ app.

Samsung One Hand Smart Select

However, no specific timeline has been given for the return of the Smart Select feature but many users are hopeful that it will come back soon.

As Samsung works on improving its software, users are encouraged to stay tuned with new updates to the One Hand Operation+ app. Several users are looking forward to the return of the Smart Select feature, which would make using their devices easier again with One Hand.

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One UI 7 support could revive gear icon in Samsung RegiStar

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Samsung RegiStar One UI 7

Samsung RegiStar app offers several features that give users more control over their experience, and it is expected to add more options with the upcoming One UI 7. Samsung is considering bringing back a small gear icon for shortcuts created with RegiStar, which may arrive with the upcoming One UI update.

The small gear icon used to appear in the bottom right corner of the home screen for shortcuts to help users recognize them as RegiStar settings rather than regular app shortcuts. However, many users have noticed that this gear icon is now missing and have shared their concerns in the community.

One user also mentioned that while the gear icon has disappeared from home screen shortcuts, it can still be seen in the Edge Panel settings. Fortunately, Samsung has acknowledged these concerns.

A community moderator has stated that Samsung is looking into restoring the small gear icon for RegiStar shortcuts. The restoration of the gear icon will make it easier for users to navigate their shortcuts and improve usability. However, there’s no confirmation about the release of this feature.

Samsung RegiStar new feature

As several modules from the Good Lock app have begun to receive support for One UI 7, Samsung is expected to roll out this support for the RegiStar app soon. This support might also include the gear icon for shortcuts.

In addition to this, Samsung is going to bring the “Check time with Back-Tap” feature for its RegiStar app with the next major One UI update. This feature will provide an easy way for users to check the time by tapping the back of their device.

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Samsung One UI 7 Good Lock Tracker: Latest Features, Availability and Updates

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Samsung One UI 7 Good Lock: A Customization Revolution

Samsung One UI 7 will rely on Good Lock for Galaxy customization. The company hasn’t officially stated that but Good Lock’s joining at SDC24 solidified the claim. This tracker will keep you updated on the latest developments of the service.


Release Date

Samsung could release One UI 7 Good Lock shortly after the major update’s rollout. The first aim is to install Android 15 OS on Galaxy phones. The company is already late with testing, but Good Lock’s upgrade won’t be delayed unnecessarily.

  • Tentative Release:- February 2025

Customization Modules

Good Lock’s Home Up, LockStar, and Theme Park are expected to get major updates in the One UI 7 version. Samsung could fuel these modules with more granular control over appearance for in-depth personalization.

[October 13] Home Up

Home Up received One UI 7 support with many impressive features in development. The module is readying the ability to tune home gesture animations. Galaxy users could be able to get Pixel and iPhone-inspired animations through Home Up.


One UI 7-supported modules

So far, Samsung updated these modules with One UI 7 support:

  1. Nice Catch
  2. Home Up
  3. Theme Park
  4. Wonderland

Global Rollout and Availability

Samsung offers a major Good Lock update after the new OS rollout. We request Samsung to pull market availability restrictions from Good Lock with One UI 7 update. This ultimate customization tool should be accessible in all countries.

In the recent past, Good Lock has been made available in many new countries. Wider availability could provide access to Good Lock’s powerful customization tools to millions of new Galaxy smartphone users globally.


This Good Lock Tracker will be updated with the latest news. One UI 7 Beta and Stable coming later this year and early next year, respectively. As we nears to the release, more key details and features will surface online.

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